Underground Miner | Mining Photog
I love everything about this photo. The lighting, the shallow depth of field, the sharpness, his expression and the background.

James Hodgins is a mining industrial photographer located in Ontario Canada
I love everything about this photo. The lighting, the shallow depth of field, the sharpness, his expression and the background.

James Hodgins is a mining industrial photographer located in Ontario Canada
So last night I took “Arial” out for a quick zip in behind my neighborhood as the sun was quickly setting. Nothing fancy as I am still getting used to options that this unit has to offer. I am looking forward to pushing the envelope with creating more stunning images for my clients.


James Hodgins is a Mining Industrial Photographer based out of Sudbury Ontario
While I was underground on Friday creating images for my client Dan here was my “escort” around the underground labyrinth. Here he was taking me all over the underworld watching me create images of other people that I figured he should have one of himself as well. As he was looking back in the truck, waiting for a scoop to pass, the whole “scenario” just clicked with me. The angle, the lighting, even the subject matter all fit together for a great story telling image. I knew that this was going to be the image I would create for him at the end of the day…………………and we did.

James Hodgins is a Mining Industrial Photographer located in Ontario Canada
I don’t know how many self portraits I have of myself over my 20 years in photography but it’s a lot. It’s not that I like taking pictures of myself (oh I do) but when working with limited time it’s always best to have everything setup before the client set’s foot in front of the camera. So I use myself as the “test subject”. Some I like, some I don’t. Fortunately you will only see the ones I like. Have a great Monday.
James Hodgins is a professional Mining Industrial Photographer with over 20 years experience.
Either before the shoot starts or when it finishes I always like to create a nice Portrait of my subjects while in the shop. It’s a way for me to say “Thank You” for being a part of the shoot. I hope he likes it.

James Hodgins is a Mining Industrial Photographer based out of Sudbury Ontario Canada
While I was underground photographing for Maclean Engineering I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to photograph Roger Dunning who has been in the industry for over 20+ years. For anyone who has been underground, you know how it feels when you are over 9000 ft underground…… Humid, hot, sweaty.
James Hodgins is a Professional Mining Industrial photographer with over 20 years of experience.
An image I created for friend at Transition Metals Corp has found it’s way to the cover of the latest issue of Ontario Prospector Magazine.
James Hodgins @miningphotog is a Mining Industrial photographer based out of Sudbury, Ontario
Greater Sudbury is a city in Ontario, Canada, which was founded following the discovery of nickel ore by Tom Flanagan
Last week I had the fortunate opportunity to work with some crew from Maclean Engineering in Timmins and Quebec photographing some older and new models of Maclean Equipment. It was great to see equipment from 20+ years still on the job and also some new “very clean” machines that had just arrived on site. The Maclean Crew were nothing but professional, considerate and helpful throughout the whole trip. Thanks again Maclean Engineering, it was a pleasure creating images for you.
Last day, last photo. The GANG.

James Hodgins is a mining industrial photographer in Ontario Canada
Sometimes all the elements of a great photograph show up without being invited. This is what I call a pleasant surprise in the mining industrial sectors and when it happens I take full advantage of it.
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I do enjoy photographing underground any chance I can get but I am looking forward to working with a few new clients this Summer in some unique locations. Each location brings it’s own challenges whether it’s lighting, accessibility, or even the subject I am shooting, but that is all part of the job. As a professional it’s not about “rolling with the punches” but rather “been there done that” which only comes with experience.

James Hodgins is a Mining Industrial Commercial Photographer based out Sudbury Ontario, Canada.
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